A group of companies from across the state were honored Oct. 29 at the 24th Maine Family Business Awards gala hosted by Amanda Hill, weeknight anchor for NewsCenter Maine. The event took place at Thompson’s Point, Brick South, in Portland, a venue chosen to accommodate the nearly 500 guests the event attracts each year. The […]
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Business – Huntington Common Charitable Fund creates opportunities for older adults
Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation’s fund seeks to enrich the lives of older adults living in York County, funding a variety of project proposals from nonprofits.
Business – Chamber honors business, community leaders
The Kennebunk Kennebunkport Arundel Chamber of Commerce held its annual dinner meeting, Drive to Be the Best, on Sept. 19 at Vinegar Hill, honoring dozens of local businesses and business leaders. “We love the community celebration that Drive has become,” said Chamber Executive Director Laura Dolce in a Sept. 20 news release. “It’s a tremendous […]
Business News – New board leadership at Kennebunk Savings
Kennebunk Savings announced Lori Howell has been elected as chair of its board of directors. Howell joined the board in 2014 and has served as vice chair since 2021. “Lori has been a key member of the bank’s board of directors over the last 10 years, helping to provide strategic oversight in the bank’s continued […]
Business News – Kennebunk Savings announces new board members
Kennebunk Savings has elected five new members to its board of directors. The new directors, according to an Aug. 25 news release, “represent diverse professional experiences combined with local ties and involvement in our communities, all of which will help to guide future growth and ensure a continued commitment to our customers, communities and employees.” […]
Business News – Camden National Bank names reinvestment officer
Camden National Bank announced July 23 that Kim Vieira, commercial banking market manager, has been named the bank’s community reinvestment act officer. According to a news release, she will be responsible for expanding community outreach and enhancing strategies to increase residential, community development, and small business loan originations and investments to strengthen low- to moderate-income […]
Business News – Goose Rocks Beach General Store
Goose Rocks Beach General Store held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 7. The store is a convenience store and cafe under one roof. Located near Goose Rocks Beach, the store serves Goose Rocks neighbors and beach visitors throughout the summer. The store, owned by Paul Humphrey, serves coffee, espresso drinks, pastries and macarons provided by […]
New Business – The Treat Truck
The Treat Truck held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 6 in Kennebunk. The Treat Truck serves Gifford’s Maine-made ice cream, sundaes, and homemade popsicles. Owners Steve and Melanie Smith said the truck will most often be found at Mark’s Garage (61 Main St.) in downtown Kennebunk and is available to book for private parties. For […]
Business – A familiar face returns to Kennebunk Savings
Kennebunk Savings hired William Saufley, Esq. as its executive vice president and chief risk officer. According to a May 28 news release, Saufley is no stranger to the bank. He worked for Kennebunk Savings from December 2007 to November 2012. During his previous tenure, he initially served as senior vice president of project management, but […]
Business News – Northeast Credit Union rebrands, emerging as Lighthouse Credit Union
Northeast Credit Union, in a May 15 press release, announced that it is entering a new era of “enhanced member service and community impact.” Launching this summer, Northeast Credit Union will become Lighthouse Credit Union. According to the press release, the new brand identity “symbolizes a goal to illuminate pathways toward financial well-being for members, […]